25-81_Jul_7_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 25-81 issued by Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) for Residential and Small Business Energy Efficiency Services in Norwich, Connecticut. The solicitation seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive home energy assessments for residential and small business customers, with responsibilities including customer marketing, assessment scheduling, and identifying energy efficiency improvements. The RFP is active from April 18, 2025, at 7:00 AM EDT to May 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT, with proposals due by the May 12 deadline. The contract aims to help customers understand and implement energy conservation strategies through detailed assessments of homes and small business properties.

The RFP does not specify a specific budget range or estimated contract value, with payment terms left to vendor specification and delivery terms set as Free On Board Destination. The solicitation appears open to all vendors without explicit set-aside designations or vendor participation restrictions. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, and the documentation suggests a service agreement focused on energy efficiency consulting and assessment. Interested vendors must contact Robert Castronova at the City of Norwich, located at 100 Broadway Room 105, Norwich, CT 06360, for any questions or submission inquiries. The contract structure implies potential for ongoing engagement based on the effectiveness of the proposed energy assessment approach.